Aipan art

Uttarakhand

Barada Natiबारदा नृत्य

The masked dance of the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand — performed during the winter season by men in wooden masks, with vigorous footwork and dramatic characters drawn from the regional mythology.

Uttarakhand

Langvir Nrityaलंगवीर नृत्य

The acrobatic men's dance of the Garhwal hills — performed by the strongmen of the village in a display of agility, dance and the chula-climbing feat.

Uttarakhand

Pandav Lila (Pandav Nritya)पांडव लीला

The dance-drama of the Pandavas — performed by the Brahmin communities of Garhwal, narrating the story of the five Pandava brothers through song, dance and the masked characterisations.